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Montpelier, VT—Today, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) released the results of a statewide survey highlighting Vermonters’ views on affordability and cost-of-living issues for the 2026 legislative session. The survey indicates that 87 percent find it extremely important for the legislature to prioritize action to make Vermont more affordable. AFP Northeast Region Director Ross Connolly said:  “This survey shows a […]

Montpelier, Vermont — Today, in recognition of National School Choice Week, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) released the following statement. AFP Northeast Region Director Ross Connolly said:  “National School Choice Week is an opportunity to highlight the importance of putting students first and empowering parents to choose the best education option for their child. As the Governor […]

MONTPELIER, VT – Today, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) released a response to Governor Phil Scott’s State of the State address. AFP Northeast Region Director Ross Connolly said:  “Governor Phil Scott’s State of the State address was dominated by his education reform, framing it as the state’s most urgent challenge. While we agree that the status quo in Vermont education […]

Montpelier, VT – Americans for Prosperity is launching an accountability campaign calling out state lawmakers who have supported policies that continue to inflate taxes, increase the cost of living, and bloat the state budget. These policies — promoted by the state’s progressive majority — are in stark contrast to the needs of hardworking Vermonters, who […]

Montpelier, VT – Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is calling out the Vermont Legislature for failing to deliver meaningful policy outcomes on the issues that matter most to Vermont families and businesses as the 2025 legislative session comes to an end. AFP Northeast Regional Director Ross Connolly released the following statement: “Last year Vermonters sent a clear message to […]

Montpelier, VT –Yesterday, the Vermont legislature passed S.18, An Act Relating to Licensure of Freestanding Birth Centers. Americans for Prosperity (AFP) responded to the passage of the bill and is urging Governor Scott to sign it into law. AFP Deputy Region Director Rachel Burgin released the following statement: “The passage of S.18 creates a clear, […]

Montpelier, VT – Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is launching a new, state-wide mail campaign urging Vermonters to call their legislators and ask them to repeal Act 18, the so-called green energy bill that guarantees energy price hikes across the state. The mail campaign aims to educate Vermonters on the harsh realities of Act 18 and […]

Montpelier, VT – Americans for Prosperity (AFP) applauds Governor Scott’s Education Transformation Proposal announced last week. As National School Choice Week kicks off, this is the perfect time to recognize the impact of expanded education opportunities on students’ success. AFP Northeast Regional Director Ross Connolly issued the following statement: “As we kick off National School […]

Montpelier, VT— Today, Americans for Prosperity (AFP) launched a $20 million nationwide campaign calling on Congress to protect prosperity and renew President Trump’s highly successful Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) – a cornerstone of AFP and the Trump Administration’s shared economic agenda this year. The campaign, the largest effort by a conservative organization to support President […]